Name: | Quicksilver |
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By: | Neal Stephenson |
Narrated by: | Neal Stephenson (introduction), Kevin Pariseau, Simon Prebble |
Series: | Baroque Cycle |
Length | 14 hrs and 43 mins |
Category: | Literature & Fiction, Action & Adventure |
Release Date: | 2010-08-08 |
Language: | English |
I’ve read all of Neal Stephenson’s novels.
The first one is Snow Crash, which is set in a future where the world is run by corporations and the Internet is a physical place you can visit.
The second is The Diamond Age, which is set in a future where nanotechnology has created a world of abundance and people have to find new ways to live.
The third is Cryptonomicon, which is set in the present and the past during World War II, and is about code-breaking and cryptography.
The fourth is The System of the World, which is set in the 18th century and is about the first global financial system.
The fifth is Anathem, which is set in a future where the world is divided into two types of people: those who live in the “real” world, and those who live in secluded monasteries where they study philosophy and science.
The Quicksilver is a character in the Marvel universe who is part of the Avengers. He is known for his super speed and for his silver costume. He is also known for his relationship with the Scarlet Witch, who is also an Avenger.
Some of Neal Stephenson’s other characters include:
– William Gibson’s characters Case and Molly Millions from the “Sprawl” trilogy
– Neal Stephenson’s own character Snow Crash from the “Snow Crash” novel
– Dan Simmons’ character Howard Mudd from the “Hyperion” series
– Roger Zelazny’s character Amber from the “Amber” series
In Quicksilver, Neal Stephenson weaves together a complex and fascinating story that spans centuries and continents. The novel follows the adventures of a cast of characters, both historical and fictional, as they move through a world in the midst of profound changes.
The book is rich in detail and full of interesting ideas. Stephenson has a gift for making complex concepts accessible, and he uses this skill to good effect in Quicksilver. The result is a book that is both informative and entertaining.
Highly recommended for readers who enjoy historical fiction, adventure stories, or simply a well-told tale.
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